05/07/18 – DLNR closes Lava Tree Monument and MacKenzie State Recreation area due to earthquake activity

Effective immediately, the DLNR Division of State Parks has closed its Lava Tree State Monument and Mackenzie State Recreation Area until further notice. Gates to these parks will be locked and closure signs posted.

This action was taken after consultation with Hawaii County Civil Defense and Parks and Recreation which recommended the closures due to earthquake activity in the Puna area.